512 Watson Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560
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512 Watson Avenue
New Bern, NC 28560

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,026 sqft

$175,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,031/mo*
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$175,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,031/mo*
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2 Beds
1 Bath
1,026 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

This delightful home is nestled in the heart of New Bern. Upon arrival, you'll be impressed by the meticulously maintained lawn and inviting open porch that sets the tone for a warm welcome. Step inside to discover a spacious living room and bright eat-in kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with ample lighting, plenty of cabinetry, nice countertops, stylish flooring, and well-maintained appliances to ensuring a pleasant cooking and dining experience. The home features two generous bedrooms, each equipped with ceiling fans. A full bathroom, with vanity and shower/tub combo. Additionally, the floored attic space offers valuable storage, enhancing the home's functionality. Enjoy the beautiful Carolina summers in the screened porch, a perfect spot for entertaining guests and enjoying the outdoors comfortably. This property combines charm and practicality, making it a sought-after choice that is unlikely to remain on the market for long.
512 Watson Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,026 sqft single-family home built in 1947. It last sold for $174,000 on Apr 8, 2025 (6% below the $185,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2025 with an asking price of $1,700 per month. That rental listing was removed on May 25, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $175,300, with a rent estimate of $1,233/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 512 Watson Avenue

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: NoneNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1026 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Water AvailableAppliances: Electric Oven, Refrigerator, DishwasherDishwasherLaundry: Dryer Hookup,Washer HookupRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Gas & Electric
No Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, LVT/LVP, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneAccessibility: NoneFloors: Carpet, LVT LVP, Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered, Porch, ScreenedFencing: Wood, PrivacyOther Structures: StorageExterior: NoneFoundation: Crawl Space
Parking & Garage
No Attached GarageParking: On Site
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Waterfront: NoneRoad Frontage: City Street, State RoadNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Not Allowed to Raise Horses

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 43

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1947
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: Wood FrameArchitecture: Wood Frame
Building
Construction Materials: CompositionNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 8016 011

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $185,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Feb 24 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: New BernCommunity: Not In Subdivision
School Information
Elementary School: Oaks RoadJr High / Middle School: H. J. MacDonaldHigh School: New Bern

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1026 Square Feet

HOA

Association for this Listing: Neuse River Region Association of RealtorsNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7840.8 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 100483368Attic: Walk-InAbove Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetShowing Requirements: Appointment Only, Lockbox

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: None
Last check for updates: 42 minutes ago
Listed by KAYLA CAUDEL, (573) 429-8446
Keller Williams Realty
JEREMY SMITH, (252) 349-8124
Keller Williams Realty
Bought with: Kerry Cava, (910) 382-5363, eXp Realty
Originating MLS: Neuse River Region Association of Realtors
Source: Hive MLS, MLS#100483368

Price History for 512 Watson Avenue

DatePriceEventSource
05/25/2025$1,700ListingRemovedHive MLS #100507060
05/12/2025$1,700Listed For RentHive MLS #100507060
04/08/2025$174,000Sold
Hive MLS #100483368
02/25/2025$185,000PendingHive MLS #100483368
01/30/2025$185,000PriceChange
Hive MLS #100483368
01/13/2025$195,000Listed For SaleHive MLS #100483368
02/11/2022$114,000Sold
Hive MLS #100304381
01/18/2022$115,000PendingHive MLS #100304381
01/17/2022$115,000PriceChange
Hive MLS #100304381
12/13/2021$120,000Listed For SaleHive MLS #100304381
12/01/2021ListingRemovedHive MLS #100272641
11/22/2021$119,500PendingToActiveHive MLS #100272641
09/10/2021$119,500PendingHive MLS #100272641
08/20/2021$119,500PriceChange
Hive MLS #100272641
08/09/2021$125,000PendingToActiveHive MLS #100272641
07/12/2021$125,000PendingHive MLS #100272641
05/21/2021$125,000Listed For SaleHive MLS #100272641
02/12/2013$34,000Sold
N/A
11/30/2012$39,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/18/2012$45,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/05/2012$750PriceChange
Agent Provided
02/21/2012$45,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/21/2011$48,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/29/2011$52,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided
02/27/2007$65,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in New Bern

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$308K
$500MoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$180
$3MoM
Available listings
255
23MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,022
Assessment$113,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 512 Watson Avenue

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
517 Ruth Avenue, New Bern, NC
0.04
Single-Family Home
$156,925
04/08/26
3
1
1,075
516 National Court Drive, New Bern, NC
0.08
Single-Family Home
$129,000
06/04/26
2
1
825
1710 National Avenue, New Bern, NC
0.17
Single-Family Home
$170,000
08/27/25
3
1
1,271
1703 High Street, New Bern, NC
0.16
Single-Family Home
$192,000
12/19/25
3
1
875
515 National Court Drive, New Bern, NC
0.11
Single-Family Home
$192,500
12/03/25
3
1
1,202
514 National Court Drive, New Bern, NC
0.07
Single-Family Home
$120,000
01/15/26
3
1
1,248
1802 Wilmington Street, New Bern, NC
0.26
Single-Family Home
$218,000
12/30/25
3
1
1,090
1510 N Pasteur Street, New Bern, NC
0.17
Single-Family Home
$290,000
08/29/25
3
1
1,330
530 Contentnea Avenue, New Bern, NC
0.09
Single-Family Home
$205,000
07/25/25
1
1
819

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about New Bern

At least 370 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say car is needed

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 79 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 69 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 46 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 31 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 30 % Say there are community events

  • 28 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

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    "Always an event downtown on the water. Great for kids and adults and perfect for meeting people. Great restaurants and bars to go to after these events. Just an all around solid town. "
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    "Union Point Park has cool event every month, including holidays. New Bern is also is very inclusive with local shops."
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  • Tiffany W.
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 5 years I love it. Very convenient to everything here in New Bern as well as close to the exit to go to cherry point or Kinston. There are many stores and restaurants in this area and crime rate is very low."
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  • Ajdefeo
    "It’s a small town with a lot of things to do: shopping, dining out, water activities (boating, fishing, etc.) live music, theaters, museums, etc. The city offers many free activities through its Parks and Recreation Department. Neighbors are friendly and life is peaceful. "
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    "No place to walk your dog unfortunately. You must have a car, no sidewalks. But backyards are pretty big."
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    "Plenty of nice parks and neighborhoods in the area. Good schools and community shopping/weekend hangouts "
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  • Jeni
    "Family friendly neighborhood that is safe and easy to find. The area is very quiet but the people are friendly. "
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    "Perfect place everyone is friendly and there is open area on the side of the road to walk your animals so your not having to walk in the road. "
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    "Simple, easy. Only crowded during 5:00 rush hour. Other then that it is a real easy place to navigate with very little traffic."
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  • Rthdoyle
    "Dogs need to be on a leash but many people walk their dogs around the park near downtown New Bern..."
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  • Anna.ventura73
    "Mumfest each October, close proximity to the river and the beach, nice downtown on the Neuse river, Tryon Palace, rich in nation's history"
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  • Rthdoyle
    "Tryon Palace and two rivers meeting at New Bern and the still active railroad. Making New Bern the next Wilmington... beautiful waterfront homes along the river."
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  • Barnett_223
    "This is some where I would like to live if feels like home and it is close to the beach friendly area lots of shops to chose from"
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  • Jenna D.
    "I have lived here for 5 years and I’m centrally locates between downtown and the main shopping area. Everything is within a 5-10 minute drive from me. It’s perfect"
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  • Cheliya V.
    "There is no public transportation, so all stores can be reached by car or walking though some stores are very far apart. It is not the best place if you dont have a car or bike."
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  • Lindsay B.
    "Our neighborhood is great. The neighbors know how to respect your privacy but also have the kids play together and everyone waves at each other. There are as neighborly or as distant as you would like. "
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  • Msagray821
    "Most of the dogs are friendly and dog owners have them on leashes and it’s pet friendly in my neighborhood it’s safe and you don’t have to worry about getting attacked. "
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  • Msagray821
    "James city community fun day, parks and walking to the store and lots of restaurants quiet area safe to play outside "
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    "Free rain. Everyone loves dogs, cats, or any type of pet really around here. We are all animal lovers!"
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  • Msagray821
    "My neighborhood is safe and it’s in a convenient location cause it’s close to different restaurants and shopping centers and grocery stores and downtown and lots of parks for kids to Play"
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  • Msagray821
    "That this is a safe neighborhood and it’s quiet my kids love it but it’s not much to do they have a few parks that’s close to the area where we live. And the crime rate is low."
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  • Ellyn.smith
    "Everyone is friendly. Walking downtown, anywhere in the town, folks make eye contact and say hello."
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  • Kyaana
    "Price wise is good. The area is a nice place and is safe too. I would live herw and recommd this place. "
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  • Rhianna S.
    "Hi! Love the neighborhood! Quite and convenient to shopping and fast food! Lol! Hope to stay in this area forever."
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  • India W.
    "New Bern is a small place and your kids will get very bored here. But between awesome events every weekend and Friday night lights they’ll surely enjoy. "
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  • Gigi
    "The neighborhood is very safe for children. I see moms helping their children on trikes and bikes. It is also a dog-friendly place with responsible pet owners who clean up after their pets."
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  • Dhappygirl4
    "I don’t use public transportation. We don’t have much of a public transportation system. We do have carts which I think is for seniors or disabled. "
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    "No public transportation but you can get and Uber to get around. Beautiful neighborhood. Favorite places to go to is union point park."
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  • Dhappygirl4
    "People are always walking their dogs in the neighborhood. There are bowls of water and snacks outside businesses. "
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    "I'm just visiting you shouldn't make me write something about a neighborhood I know nothing about why do I have to write something for this website"
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  • Jjleyland
    "There’s a lot of us and it’s dog walker friendly. No sidewalks but plenty of grassy areas and some golf course related paths. "
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    "The neighborhood is very dog friendly . People walk with their dogs, their kids follow either on foot or bikes. The only issue I’ve noticed is occasionally speeders coming through the community. "
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  • Trulia User
    "You need a car to go anywhere and everywhere! There is a gas station a mile down the road and then it’s another five miles to civilization "
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  • Lindsay B.
    "The neighborhood keeps to themselves but is also helpful and friendly. Kids play together out side and neighbors help each other with small projects. "
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    "We have a great neighborhood made up of neighbors who care. During the hurricane people who stayed walked around to watch and check on other people’s houses, organized support to help clean up homes and yards, and kept neighbors informed of opportunities for support or assistance. Just a safe, friendly, supportive neighborhood to live in! "
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    "Great family oriented place to live. Owners even hand deliver Birthday cards to your appartment. Neighbors also keep an eye on each other when possible. All kids I have met have been very polite and respectful and very well behaved."
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